Orthodontic practices near Southwick
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Southwick, 21 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Dentalcare Trowbridge, 1.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 1.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 5.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 6.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 6.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 6.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Bath OrthodonticsBath | 7.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 8.2 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Bath Spa DentistryBath | 8.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Southwick with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Trowbridge, 1.9 miles north-east; the next are Frome (5.9 miles south-west) and Bath (7.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Trowbridge | 1 | 1.9 miles north-east |
| Frome | 4 | 5.9 miles south-west |
| Bath | 15 | 7.8 miles north-west |
| Corsham | 1 | 9.3 miles north |
| Chippenham | 6 | 11.8 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 1 | 16.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Southwick
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental Health For Life - Chippenham (5.0 from 221 reviews), 12.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Health For Life - ChippenhamChippenham | 5.0 (221 reviews) | 12.1 miles north-east |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-west |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 9.0 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Southwick at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wiltshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 1,754 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,454 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 27.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 142 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Wiltshire | 48th closest to an orthodontic practice of 561 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.8% across neighbourhoods in Wiltshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Clarendon Academy — 1.0 miles The John of Gaunt School — 1.2 miles St Augustine's Catholic College — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,289 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 263 schools, 74,539 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dentalcare Trowbridge, Trowbridge — 2 miles Welshmill Dental Practice, Frome — 6 miles Bath Orthodontics, Bath — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 21 within 10 miles, 49 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Southwick
Southwick is 1.9 miles from Dentalcare Trowbridge, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 21 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dentalcare Trowbridge (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Southwick list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Southwick are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dentalcare Trowbridge, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 19 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Southwick
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Orthodontist in Southwick: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Southwick, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Wiltshire. Southwick — a small village with a population of around 1,754 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Southwick
Officially, Southwick is categorised as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Southwick falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 17.1% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,454 residents in the neighbourhood around Southwick, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Southwick are served by secondary schools including The Clarendon Academy (1.0 miles) and The John of Gaunt School (1.2 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 263 schools and 74,539 pupils in Southwick's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Southwick is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Southwick is about 19 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Hoggington, Upper Studley, Hoopers Pool, Lower Studley, Trowbridge, and North Bradley if you are weighing up more than one location.
Where Southwick sits locally
With a population of roughly 1,754, Southwick is a small village within Wiltshire. The nearest other location we cover is Hoggington, under 1 km to the west.
What we know about practices near Southwick
There is no orthodontist on our records in Southwick itself. The closest on record are Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 2 miles away; Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome, about 6 miles away; and Bath Orthodontics, about 8 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Southwick
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Southwick helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Southwick
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Southwick. Southwick — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Southwick's under-16 share sits at 17.1%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 2,454 residents in Southwick's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. OHID data for this ICB shows 15% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Southwick are The Clarendon Academy (1.0 miles) and The John of Gaunt School (1.2 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Southwick's Local Authority area covers 263 schools and 74,539 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Southwick close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Southwick is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 19 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Southwick
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Southwick can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Southwick
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Southwick — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Southwick. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Southwick
This part of the page places Southwick, Wiltshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Hoggington, Upper Studley, Hoopers Pool, Lower Studley, Trowbridge, and North Bradley follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Southwick
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Southwick often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Southwick?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Southwick is Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 1.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Welshmill Dental Practice (5.9 miles) and Grants House Dentistry (6.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Southwick?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Southwick, 21 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Southwick?
The nearest practice to Southwick that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 1.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Portway Dental Practice (6.2 miles) and Circus Dental (8.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Southwick, Wiltshire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Southwick, Wiltshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.